Session Dates:
Fall: October 14 - December 14 (8 weeks)
Winter: January 6 - March 1 (8 weeks)
Spring: March 3 - April 26 (8 weeks)
Late Spring: April 28 - May 24 (4 weeks)
Days & Times:
Level:
All Levels Welcome
Location:
395 Seabrook Road - Studio F
Instructor:
This 2-day workshop will include hand-building small ornamental jewelry and hanging ornaments that will be raku fired. The objective of the workshop is to introduce students to the possibilities and range of raku fired work. Students will design work that complements the alternative firing method and explore the many glaze options that raku offers.
Day one will begin with background information of raku and examples of raku jewelry. Then the students will hand-build small pieces that can be quickly dried and bisque fired at the end of Day 1. A discussion of glaze options will be offered as well.
Day two will begin with decoration and glazing and then firing work in the raku kiln. Students are encouraged to participate in the firing and operation of the kiln. Multiple firings will be possible on this second day.
All materials will be provided.
Days & Times:
Level:
Intermediate to Advanced
Location:
395 Seabrook Road - Studio E
Instructor:
This Workshop will cover anatomical proportions and basic anatomy of the head to complete the human head and neck and a nuanced portrait of a live model. We will use the planes of the face to obtain a general likeness and then move forward with different ways of modeling the nose, lips, ears and eyes using specific modelling tools. Anatomical rendering issues will be studied related to aging, race, and facial expressions. Certain surface finishing and mounting techniques will also be covered. This class includes 25lbs of low fire clay, firing, and live model.
Days & Times:
Level:
Intermediate to Advanced
Location:
385 Tequesta Dr. – Studio E
Instructor:
Students will cover basic anatomy of the head, body and anatomical proportions by observing a live model. We will cover issues related to design and mounting of the sculpture. We will also study different ways of modeling the individual parts such as the hands and feet nose, lips, ears and eyes. Certain surface finishing techniques will also be covered. The class will cover how to hollow the sculpture to get it ready for firing. 25 lbs of clay included and one firing.
Days & Times:
Level:
All Levels Welcome
Location:
395 Seabrook Road - Studio F
Instructor:
In this 2-Day 3-Wings Workshop, students will watch Choo create his master pieces using the potter’s wheel and other hand building techniques. He will explore his utilitarian roots: creating and exploring bowls, mugs, vases and platters. Choo will give the secrets behind his “Dwippy” methods of glaze play. This somewhat unorthodox method demonstrates and is designed to create a dazzling palette of finishes. Results have been described many ways: Luscious. Random. Runny. Marbly. Amazing. And ‘Dwippy.’ Choo likes to say “They’re so loose they slide.
Students have the opportunity to glaze 1or 2 of their very own bisqued pots in the “Dwippy” style after the Demo. Must be cone 6 or High fire clay (ex. B-Mix) and NO larger than 8 inches in any direction. (Highly Recommended) Choo is also highly regarded for his use of alternative materials in his handles. Attendees will be shown creative ways to use cane and reed in handle assemblages for the teapots.
Days & Times:
Level:
All Levels Welcome
Location:
395 Seabrook Road - Studio E
Instructor:
Use your wonderfully skilled mark making techniques on clay and learn the secrets of combining your drawing and sculpting skills to make a relief sculpture. Each student will construct a clay rendering from a live model in the classroom. We will discuss the difference between a low, medium and high reliefs and the technical issues involved with each. Within the class structure we will also look at and discuss some famous relief artworks and how they used foreshortening/perspective successfully. No previous sculpture experience required, but some drawing proficiency is recommended. This workshop includes 25lbs of low fire clay and one firing.
** A separate finishing workshop (not included) will be held at a later date after first firing.**
Days & Times:
Level:
All Levels Welcome
Location:
395 Seabrook Road - Studio E
Instructor:
Working from an image, the student will develop a sculpture of their favorite animal. This can be accomplished as a 3D sculpture or as a relief sculpture depending on the animal pose and the final destination of the sculpture. Students will study the basic anatomy of the animal with reference anatomy books provided by the instructor. There will also be a discussion on sculpture design as well as finishing and mounting. No previous sculpture experience required. This workshop includes 25lbs of low fire clay and one firing.
** A separate finishing workshop (not included) will be held at a later date after firing.**
Days & Times:
Level:
All Levels Welcome
Location:
395 Seabrook Road - Studio D
Students will learn how to throw, alter and assemble pottery out of round. Objectives include being more comfortable altering forms, a further understanding of utility, and a iterative process of developing form. Emphasis will be given to asymmetry, stamping, and dynamic attachments. Students will learn how to alter at different stages, from wet to bone dry, as well as creating composition, and a unified surface. Students will be required to have a basic knowledge of throwing, as well as a willingness to alter out of the round.
Days & Times:
Level:
All Levels Welcome
Location:
395 Seabrook Road - Studio F
Instructor:
In this course, students will work closely with figurative sculptor Kelsey Bowen to create clay figures that tell a story. Techniques covered in this workshop will include coil building, gesture, expression, and the use of objects to build a narrative within a 3-dimensional sculpture. The workshop will begin with the introductory techniques of sculpting the human figure in clay and move through the process of adding details to develop meaning. Kelsey will demonstrate the wet clay processes used to create her own work including anthropomorphic figurative sculpting, texturing, creating clothing with clay, and other detail-oriented sculpting techniques.